Authentic Southern Chitlins (Mississippi Recipe)
A traditional Mississippi-style recipe for tender, flavorful Southern chitterlings. This slow-simmered dish is a cherished soul food staple.
Ingredients
- 10 lbs chitterlings thawed
- 1 large yellow onion chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 tbsp seasoned salt e.g., Lawry's
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1-2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- hot sauce for serving
Instructions
- Prepare a double sink setup. Rinse chitterlings thoroughly under cool water, inspecting each piece and removing any inner membranes to ensure they are clean.
- Place cleaned chitterlings in a large pot, cover with water, and boil for 20 minutes. Drain and rinse to remove final impurities.
- Fill a large 5-gallon pot with 1.5 to 2 gallons of water. Add onion, green pepper, seasoned salt, garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a rapid boil.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add the chitterlings one by one, stirring gently to distribute seasoning.
- Cover and simmer for 3 hours, or until meat is tender, white, and fluffy. Check liquid levels occasionally and add water if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with hot sauce.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container with cooking liquid for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat.